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Hurst’s Six Threes Power UMass Past Central Connecticut State, 96-48
By Megan McCarthy
AMHERST, Mass. — Reagan Hurst came off the bench to score a game-high 20 points, including six three-pointers, as UMass defeated Central Connecticut State 96-48 at the Mullins Center on Saturday.
UMass never trailed in the game, using a 12-0 run in the first quarter to take control early. The Minutewomen led 24-6 after the first quarter and extended their advantage to 46-16 by halftime.
Hurst also grabbed five rebounds in her performance off the bench. Caroline Dotsey added 13 points and four rebounds, while Jess Ross contributed 12 points off the bench. Kiki Scott facilitated the offense with 11 assists.
UMass continued to build its lead in the second half, outscoring Central Connecticut State 22-14 in the third quarter and 28-18 in the fourth. The Minutewomen led by as many as 53 points during the game.
The UMass bench provided a major contribution, scoring 47 points. The Minutewomen also forced 31 turnovers and outrebounded Central Connecticut State 44-29.
Na-Kyah Williams led Central Connecticut State with 10 points, while Nicora Patrick added seven.
The victory improved UMass to 2-2 on the season, while Central Connecticut State fell to 0-5.
Megan McCarthy
Women’s College Basketball, The Library Media
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